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FA Panel Rules Hair Pulling Unacceptable, Upholds Martinez Ban
April 24, 2026 Football

FA Panel Rules Hair Pulling Unacceptable, Upholds Martinez Ban

Kobit Sports 60 words

A Football Association disciplinary panel has upheld the three-match ban for Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez, stating that hair pulling is unacceptable and should not be tolerated in football.

The panel rejected Manchester United’s appeal against the red card issued for pulling Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s hair, emphasizing the need for consistent punishment for such actions.

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